VW Golf FAQUsed VW GolfQuestion: ...Vw Golf? Answer: While overall a nice car, they have not been very reliable. Electrical problems and squeaks and rattles will likely surface. Repairs and maintenance are also on the pricey side. Parts can be hard to come by, and VW's often require special tools and software that only dealerships and mechanics specializing (and charging more) in VW's have. Overall a 2yr old VW is about as reliable as an 8 year old Toyota. The standard motor (the 1.8 turbo has had a lot of problems with ignition coils) is also a tad on the underpowered side, but not sure if that is important to you or not. Your best bet would be a Honda or Toyota, and maybe even a Subaru.
Question: Do VW Golf [1995] Headlights fit VW Cabrio [1995]? Answer: Yes it'll be a mk3 cabrio so the lamps will be the same as the mk3 Golf hatchback.
Question: VW Golf 1.8 GL 1995.Is it worth it? What the advert doesnt say is the mileage on there?Whats the rough mileage estimate and is it worth it?Are VW Golfs reliable cars? Any other comments and opinions would be nice. Answer: For that price it will have to be in mint condition you could always make an offer he will only say yes or no have a look at other golfs and compare prices
Question: VW Golf warranty? Answer: a big tip here.
Question: VW Golf MK5 - Original Bodykit (Standard Dealer fit)? answer: for the official vw kit (color of car, not blk)... go to vw.com and go to the accessories, and it is there.
Question: VW Golf MK3, 1996 : wont start then turn lights flash once and shshsh noise comes from dashboard. Any idea? Answer: I dont know that answer, but I would check on the boards at www.vwvortex.com theres a lot of guys on there that will probably know what youre talking about. Its pretty much the best resource Ive found for v-dubs.
Question: VW Golf (Mk IV 1.6 SE) - What tyre pressure for non standard tyre size, gone from 14" alloys to 16"? My question is, what tyre pressure do I require on these tyres fitted to my car? Answer: This depends on the tire size you are running. Less sidewall for the most part means increased tire pressure. Something like a 40 series tire can require as high as 35-40 psi. Since you have gone with a larger wheel, your tire profile should be much smaller in order to keep the same overall diameter. The recommended tire pressure should be stated however on the sidewall of the tire. Don't be surprised if it is much higher than what you were previously running. And by the way, send some dubs this way. We don't get any of the fun ones in the US.
Question: 1998 or 2001 VW Golf - which one to buy? They both have the same KM's on them and the 2001 is only $1500 more than the 1998. The 1998 origional RRP was $29 000 Au but the 2001 was only $26 000 Au RRP. I wonder why the 1998 came out so much dearer and weather it has any bearing on the quality of the car. Are there any VW owners that can help me? Answer: If you are planning on keeping the car forever then get the 98. If you are planning to resell at an time in the near future get the '01. Market forces are the main influences on new car prices and don't reflect build quality.
Question: '02 VW Golf GLS Sometimes Won't Start? Answer: Keep in mind you need 3 things for an engine to run. Spark, fuel, and air. With the sporatic nature you can probably rule out air. I agree with the other guy about the ignition coil but dont leave out a bad fuel pump, relay or ignition switch. When it happens, lift up the bottom portion of the right rear seat, lift up the carpet flap covering the fuel pump. Have someone listen to the pump while you turn the key to the run position not all the way to the start position, pump should come on for 2 seconds. If pump does not come on then its either the pump or relay, since relay is cheaper, go with that first. If the pump does come on look into the ignition coil either being loose on the mount or bad. Good luck
Question: Diesel Vw Golf? Thank you all Answer: By all means take note of other answers. Remember this. A car that has done 60 or 80 k miles in a couple of years is unlikely to have done it driving around the Town centre or on shopping trips. More likely it has covered the miles on the motorway in top gear with very little use on the brakes and steering etc etc. I maintain a fleet of VW vans, they typically do 4 or 5 thousand a month. I change the oil at 15 k intervals. The brakes pads only need replacing once a year, the discs every 18 months to two years, clutches last 130 k miles and exhausts, well, one exhaust middle box, no front pipe or tail pipe in 240 k miles !!!! The point is that the van is on top of its work and is performing at its optimum under these conditions. I would not worry too much !
Question: VW Golf GL 1.8.Is it worth it? What the advert doesnt say is the mileage on there?Whats the rough mileage estimate and is it worth it?Are VW Golfs reliable cars? Any other comments and opinions would be nice. Answer: Yes Golfs are fairly reliable cars, but after 12 years it could still be a smouldering heap under its freshly-valeted exterior. Treat it as you would any old banger, i.e. take it for a good drive, listen for any undue noise, look for smoke, check all the numbers on the reg document match the car....all the usual stuff.
Question: VW golf 03 airbag light is on? answer: ok, calm down
Question: Difference between VW Golf and Golf GTI? Answer: It's the same car... I just checked the Volkswagon website. Cuz I been wondering the same thing for a while lol. Edit: But wait there's the Rabbit... WTF?!!
Question: Vw golf 1.8 petrol? Answer: Was there any noise at all on trying to turn the key? I would start with the start motor anyhow, you dont have to change it, give it a thump with a hammer if that makes any difference at all then change it. I doubt it would be the Immobiliser as they are usually a fuel cut which means it would still turn over just very rapidly and not catch. When you say it wasnt even trying to fire, do you mean it was turning over or do you mean just nothing at all? also if you think theres no spark do you have a multimeter to test the fuses under the bonnet?
Question: VW Golf & Rabbit - Good first car? (mk Iv+)? Answer: Had a golf. Was rearended by a Ford Explorer doing 55 mph. The damage never reached into the passenger compartment, with exception to the flying glass.
Question: VW Golf RPM are going up and down at idle.? i believe it has somehitgn to do with air intake or some other sensor. plugs might be ok, because everything was fine uptil before the mechanic started working on it. please help Answer: First off, check all the vaccuum pipes (thin air pipes) are attached and not leaking, this would be the most likely cause on an automatic. Then check the wiring to the idle speed control valve on the side of the throttle body, though this shouldn't have been disturbed. Check also that the Mass airflow sensor located in the big air pipe from the filter housing to the throttle body is connected, this would have been disturbed and would cause the symptoms described.
Question: VW GOLF - 5W30 or 10W40? Answer: 10W40 is enought even if it's a 16 valves motors (i guess it's a 8v isn't it?). You don't have to use such a fluid oil such as 5W30, but you'll get better mpg with it.
Question: VW Golf making weird sound.? Answer: Take it to the mechanic, and explain everything just as you did here. Ask them your questions here.
Question: Vw golf tdi 1.9 52reg burning rubber smell? i have just bought a vw golf 52 reg with the specs in the title i cant really say when it happens but every so often it smells of burning rubber i cant smell it from the tyres or the engine its just inside the car any ideas what this could be? sorry laura i dont know how to reply to you but the car is not brand new its a 52 reg its about 5 year old i think now. oh ok i get it i think so anyways the car isnt brand new although i bought it from a car dealers but not the main dealer and also the smell seems to come from the air vents but i cant smell burning from the tyres of the engine its just seems like its from the air vents or in the car. Answer: if it smells really bad when u rev the engine might be the clutch Used Cars @ LemonFree.com
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